Greeting Cards In Stitches

Clever greeting cards, embellished with hand stitching, are so unique they'll become keepsakes! Our fabulous mother-daughter design duo has created 30 original cards for all occasions, including holidays, birthdays, births, graduations, anniversaries, get well, thank you, congratulations, and general note cards. A detailed basics section includes general embroidery information plus an overview of all the techniques and tools necessary for embroidering on paper. Embroidery stitches are taught with watercolor how-to illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and close-up photos. Full-size patterns for all projects are provided for easy transfer. Also included is a website link to download the patterns so you can print them directly on your special paper. Embroidering on paper and card stock is a relatively new idea, and this book hits the market as the cross-over craft gains momentum. Fresh, original card designs have wide appeal. Only book available dedicated to cards that feature hand-embroidery. Link to site for downloading patterns

Clever greeting cards, embellished with hand stitching, are so unique they'll become keepsakes! Our fabulous mother-daughter design duo has created 30 original cards for all occasions, including holidays, birthdays, births, graduations, anniversaries, get well, thank you, congratulations, and general note cards. A detailed basics section includes general embroidery information plus an overview of all the techniques and tools necessary for embroidering on paper. Embroidery stitches are taught with watercolor how-to illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and close-up photos. Full-size patterns for all projects are provided for easy transfer. Also included is a website link to download the patterns so you can print them directly on your special paper. Embroidering on paper and card stock is a relatively new idea, and this book hits the market as the cross-over craft gains momentum. Fresh, original card designs have wide appeal. Only book available dedicated to cards that feature hand-embroidery. Link to site for downloading patterns

This is a collection of 100 cross stitch card designs to celebrate every occasion, from christenings and Christmas to Mother's Day and moving home.

An eye-catching collection of 27 handmade, cross-stitched greeting cards and gift tags to craft and share with friends and family, this carefully selected assortment of holiday and special occasion items provides hours of stitching and paper-crafting enjoyment. Simple stitching instructions and charts combine with clear, comprehensive card-making instructions to make it easy for crafters of all skill levels to enjoy this creative adventure. A helpful Getting Started section contains basic information for cross-stitch and card-making tools, terminology, and techniques, and detailed finishing instructions with step-by-step photographs are included for each project. Create stylish, meaningful gifts all year round with these impressive beginning to intermediate patterns.

A fantastic selection of cross stitch patterns for quick Christmas cards, from leading cross stitch designers. Featuring strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-colour cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow instructions. This booklet contains 39 festive designs, meaning you are sure to find a card to suit every one of your special recipients and have fun stitching all year round making handmade cross stitch Christmas cards that will be treasured forever.

Never before have so many loved and respected cross stitch designers, including Sue Cook, Sam Hawkins and Helen Philipps, worked together to bring readers such a unique and imaginative collection of charming and original card designs. This collection of more than 130 cross stitch greetings to celebrate all of life's special occasions features: * 50 different occasions in six themed chapters * Contributions from 10 of the world's best-loved cross stitch designers * Designs for circular, square, rectangular and shaped card mounts, as well as gift tag and place name cards Furthermore, each designer brings to the collection his or her own special skill, and with 50 different occasions covered, including birthdays, weddings, Hanukkah, Easter, Mother's & Father's Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and more, this book is sure to become a favorite.

Featuring eight themed chapters with everything from Oriental-inspired designs and Celtic celebrations to fun childhood events and baby motifs.